In this episode of Local First News: Alaska's Permanent Fund Crisis - Financial documents reveal a potential budget crisis as the state faces a shortfall in its Permanent Fund. We'll explore what this means for Alaska's future revenue and services.
Kids' Online Safety Legislation - The U.S. Senate has passed a significant update to online safety laws aimed at protecting children and teens. Discover the new regulations and the debate surrounding them.
Family Seating on Flights - The Department of Transportation proposes a new rule to ban airlines from charging parents to sit with their young children, potentially saving families hundreds of dollars on flights.
Domestic Violence Funding in Alaska - Despite increased state funding, advocates say more is needed to tackle domestic violence and sexual assault. We discuss the funding gap and its implications.
Data Sharing Challenges for Native American Health - Tribal health workers face obstacles in accessing crucial public health data, impacting their ability to respond to health crises effectively.